Qualified Remodeler Magazine

JUL 2013

Qualified Remodeler helps independent remodeling firms to survive, become more professional and more profitable by providing must-have business information, namely best business practices, new product information and timely design ideas.

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IDEAS? OPINIONS? TABLE OF CONTENTS / JULY 2013 Join the conversation DEPARTMENTS 20 | COVER STORY 8 OVERVIEW • Housing starts gain 6.8 percent. • Home builders and lumber dealers are reporting shortages of key home building materials. 10 ASSOCIATIONS NARI Recertification: Have a plan to prevent key employees from leaving, plus a plan for when they do to protect your business and your clients. NAHB Remodeler of the Month: Kirk Aikey, CGR, CAPS, CGP, Aikey's Home Improvements LLC, Midlothian, Va. 42 HOT SPOT Highlights from QR's online discussions COLUMNS 20 MASTER DESIGN SOLUTIONS Whatever it Takes Code conflict forces design team to focus on details rather than size in this Spokane, Wash., bathroom addition FEATURES On the Cover: Hanson Carlen Construction created a master suite in Spokane, Wash., with focus on the details within a limited space. Jonathan Pece 24 18 BUSINESS SOLUTIONS 6 EDITORIAL DIRECTOR'S NOTE 14 WEIDMANN: DESIGN LAB 16 MUSCH: SALES AND MARKETING 31 PRODUCTS 31 WHAT'S NEW 32 MOULDING/MILLWORK 32 DECKING 35 PRODUCT SOLUTIONS: 32 Exit Strategies: Buying and Selling Most remodelers believe they will sell their business and retire, but it's rarely this simple. 24 SPECIAL REPORT Community Service Community service is a top priority for many remodelers who donate time, money and services to charitable causes in the areas in which they earn a living. SPACELIFT PRODUCTS 26 RESEARCH SERIES Easing the Anguish of Remodeling Combatting negative perceptions comes down to how homeowners are made to feel, and how they remember the experience. 29 PRODUCT TRENDS Cooking Appliances Serve up a Menu of Options Today's designers and builders must know the differences and benefits of today's cooking technology. 29 BONUS SECTION 36 TAKING IN THE VIEW A San Francisco Bay area home opens its walls to the panorama surrounding it. 38 SLIDING DOOR PRODUCTS ForResidentialPros.com QR July 2013 5

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